Screening Guidelines for Trans Men and Non-Binary Folks with Breast Tissue
(of normal or average risk)
Those who have had chest reconstruction top surgery
Beginning at age 40:
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- Physical with your doctor or nurse practitioner every year, including a chest & axillary exam.
- Chest Self-Exam every month.
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Those who have had breast reduction top surgery
Beginning at age 40:
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- Mammogram recommended every year.
- Physical with your doctor or nurse practitioner every year.
- Breast/Chest Self-Exam every month.
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Those who have not had top surgery
Beginning at age 40:
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- Mammogram recommended every year.
- Physical with your doctor or nurse practitioner every year.
- Breast/Chest Self-Exam every month.
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PLEASE NOTE: These screening guidelines are for those of normal or average risk for breast cancer. Talk to your doctor or nurse practitioner about your breast cancer risk. A family history of breast cancer, a BMI greater than 35, and other factors increase your risk. Your doctor or nurse may recommend that you start mammograms before age 40.
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